What is the OBRA mandated minimum training hours for a nursing assistant?

What is the OBRA mandated minimum training hours for a nursing assistant?

• A. 24
• B. 100
• C. 12
• D. 120

Answer: (B)

OBRA sets a baseline to ensure CNAs have enough preparation before working with residents. The federal minimum is 75 hours of training, and this includes at least 16 hours of supervised clinical/practical experience. The numbers shown in the choices don’t reflect that baseline—some state programs may require more than 75 hours, which is why you might see totals like 100 or 120 in different contexts. But the OBRA standard itself remains 75 hours, with practical training component.

OBRA sets a baseline to ensure CNAs have enough preparation before working with residents. The federal minimum is 75 hours of training, and this includes at least 16 hours of supervised clinical/practical experience. The numbers shown in the choices don’t reflect that baseline—some state programs may require more than 75 hours, which is why you might see totals like 100 or 120 in different contexts. But the OBRA standard itself remains 75 hours, with practical training component.